Explore Nurse Practitioner (NP) Jobs

Find Nurse Practitioner jobs that match your clinical expertise, specialty, and career goals. Nurse Practitioners are advanced practice registered nurses who assess patients, diagnose conditions, provide treatment, and support better health outcomes across a wide range of care settings. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities, including NP positions with salaries of $100,000 or more.

Nurse Practitioner Roles and Specialties

NP opportunities vary by patient population and clinical focus. Employers hire Family Nurse Practitioners, Adult-Gerontology NPs, Pediatric NPs, Psychiatric-Mental Health NPs, and Acute Care NPs, among other specialties. Roles may be based in hospitals, primary care practices, specialty clinics, community health organizations, telehealth services, or other healthcare settings.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Typical responsibilities include taking medical histories, conducting examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, developing treatment plans, prescribing medications where authorized, and coordinating care with other clinicians. Requirements generally include an active registered nurse license, graduate-level nurse practitioner education, national certification in a specialty, and any state licensure or prescriptive authority required for the position. Specific qualifications vary by employer and location.

Find the Right NP Opportunity

When comparing Nurse Practitioner jobs, consider specialty, patient population, care setting, schedule, location, team structure, and compensation. Review each listing for its required credentials and scope of practice, since clinical responsibilities and licensing rules differ by state. Browse Ladders to discover vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more and identify opportunities aligned with your experience and next career step.

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$105K - $150K *

Unlock potential by joining our dynamic Urology team, where you'll provide comprehensive patient care, perform assessments, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance patient outcomes in...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive psychiatric care, conducting evaluations, and developing treatment plans for at-risk patients while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams t...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading a diverse healthcare team to deliver exceptional patient care and education. Collaborate across specialties to enhance community health and support future providers in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $110K *

Make your mark at a dynamic healthcare team, evaluating and treating patients, performing diagnostic procedures, and collaborating with physicians to enhance patient care. Drive professional developme...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $110K *

Champion exceptional patient care by collaborating with physicians and staff to manage endocrine disorders, ensuring a supportive environment for patients and contributing to the growth of a dedicated...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform patient care by driving evidence-based practices in an established outpatient team. Focus on high-acuity chronic disease management and enhance the quality of life for adults and geriatrics...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Partner with us to enhance patient-centered care in outpatient settings by providing comprehensive health services, employing advanced clinical knowledge, and collaborating effectively within a multid...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care. Utilize your nursing expertise to perform exams, manage patient records, and collaborate with physicians to enha...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $110K *

Transform patient care by delivering comprehensive services in pediatrics, family practice, and adult medicine. Engage in acute and chronic disease management while supporting public health initiative...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Advance your career by providing specialized outpatient care in cardiology and vascular medicine. Join a supportive team focused on patient outcomes, with strong earning potential and a Monday-Friday...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$112K - $152K *

Elevate workplace health by managing clinical operations, providing on-site care, and coordinating wellness initiatives. Collaborate with teams to enhance employee health and ensure compliance with me...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional orthopedic care. As a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, you'll play a vital role in patient management, collaborating with healthc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate patient care by joining our Urgent Care team, where you'll provide critical medical services, collaborate with diverse teams, and enhance healthcare outcomes through your expertise and commitm...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Optimize patient care by providing expert nursing services in collaboration with physicians. Conduct assessments, diagnose health issues, and develop treatment plans to improve health outcomes and ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Deliver comprehensive pediatric care by assessing, diagnosing, and managing health needs of children. Collaborate with families and healthcare teams to promote wellness and ensure quality outcomes in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Optimize patient care as a key member of the Hospitalist Nights team, focusing on adult inpatient populations. Collaborate with physicians to deliver high-quality healthcare in a dynamic, supportive e...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional pulmonology care across multiple settings. This role combines outpatient clinical responsibilities with inpatient rounding, ensuring comprehensive...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Advance healthcare by diagnosing, treating, and educating patients on wellness. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans and enhance patient outcomes through eviden...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Contribute to exceptional patient care by providing orthopedic services in collaboration with physicians. This role involves direct patient interaction, clinical assessments, and coordination of care...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $110K *

Champion patient care by assessing, diagnosing, and treating diverse conditions in a fast-paced urgent care environment, while collaborating with a dedicated clinical team to ensure quality outcomes a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower patient care by joining a dynamic hematology consult team. As an APP, you'll enhance communication, improve patient satisfaction, and streamline discharges while managing new and follow-up cas...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$115K - $150K *

Transform healthcare by leveraging your advanced practice skills in a fast-paced urgent care environment, providing exceptional patient care to diverse populations with a focus on pediatric and adult...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $150K *

Shape the future of patient care by joining a dynamic Urgent Care team! Engage with patients of all ages while utilizing your expertise in a fast-paced environment, focusing on diagnosis, treatment, a...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Elevate patient care by providing trauma-informed psychiatric services in an outpatient setting. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support individuals facing behavioral health challenges, e...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of patient care by collaborating with physicians across various departments, providing comprehensive assessments, and ensuring optimal treatment plans for diverse patient populations...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Nurse Practitioner do?question toggle

    A Nurse Practitioner is an advanced practice registered nurse who evaluates patients, diagnoses and manages health conditions, develops treatment plans, and provides preventive and ongoing care. Duties depend on specialty, employer, and state scope-of-practice rules.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Nurse Practitioner jobs?question toggle

    Most positions require an active RN license, graduate-level NP education, national certification in the relevant specialty, and state licensure. Some employers also require clinical experience, specific certifications, or prescriptive authority.

  • What specialties can Nurse Practitioners work in?question toggle

    Common specialties include family practice, adult-gerontology, pediatrics, psychiatric-mental health, and acute care. Available roles and credential requirements vary by employer and location.

  • Where do Nurse Practitioners work?question toggle

    Nurse Practitioners work in settings such as hospitals, primary care practices, specialty clinics, community health organizations, and telehealth services.

  • How can I find Nurse Practitioner jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore vetted NP listings on Ladders and review each job's salary information, specialty, location, schedule, and credential requirements. Compensation varies with factors such as experience, location, employer, and clinical focus.